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Herbed Tuna Stuffed Peppers
Prep Time
15
minutes
minutes
Total Time
15
minutes
minutes
Servings
4
servings
Calories
180
A fresh and flavorful appetizer featuring tuna and herbs stuffed inside vibrant bell peppers.
Ingredients
Vegetables
2
pieces
red bell peppers
(washed, halved and deseeded)
2
tablespoons
extra virgin olive oil
5
teaspoons
fresh lemon juice
1
teaspoon
Dijon mustard
0.25
teaspoon
salt
0.125
teaspoon
black pepper
10
ounces
chunk light tuna in water
(drained)
3/4
cup
baby arugula
(lightly packed, chopped)
1/2
cup
fresh basil
(minced)
1/2
cup
fresh parsley
(minced)
5
teaspoons
fresh dill
(or other fresh herb, minced)
Instructions
Cut bell peppers in half lengthwise, removing stems, seeds, and membranes.
Whisk olive oil, lemon juice, mustard, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
Add tuna, arugula, and herbs to the mixture and stir well.
Divide the tuna mixture evenly into the pepper halves and serve.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
Notes
This dish is quick to prepare and perfect for a light lunch or appetizer.
Calories:
180
kcal
Cost:
$12
Course:
Appetizer
Cuisine:
American
Keyword:
Bell Peppers, Herbs, Tuna